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Provisional squad for COSAFA released

May 9, 2018

The senior national team coach Major David Bright has just announced a 30-man provisional squad to represent Botswana at the 21^stCOSAFA Senior Challenge to be held in Polokwane from May 27th to June 9th. The coach has gone for a blend of youth and experience to build a base for the team that can be able to compete.

Fakude, as the gaffer is also known, says the team represents the depth he would like to build for the Zebra’s squad going forward. The coach also says he has used the squad to give more mileage to players like Kabelo Seakanye who saw little game time during the season but are important for the 2019 AFCON campaign.

The major has also rewarded players who were outstanding during the season in their clubs and afforded them a chance to break to the main squad that will be on the 2019 Afcon qualifiers.

Dates for the team camp and travel plans will be announced in due course . Below is the squad;

1   Itumeleng Selapa   ,   Goalkeeper   ,   Black Forest
16   Goitseone Phoko   ,   Goalkeeper   ,   Gaborone United
23   Mwampule Masule   ,   Goalkeeper   ,   Township Rollers
30   Bophelo Kealeboga   ,   Goalkeeper   ,   Miscellaneous
19   Lesenya Ramoraka   ,   Defender   ,   Orapa United
25   Katlego Masole   ,   Defender   ,   Police XI
3   Tshepo Maikano   ,   Defender   ,   Gaborone United
26   Benson Kitso Mangolo   ,   Defender   ,   BDF XI
6   Lesego Kereedilwe   ,   Defender   ,   Miscellaneous
20   Thato Kebue   ,   Defender   ,   Jwaneng Galaxy
22   Tshepo Baipoledi   ,   Defender   ,   Morupule Wanderers
32   Thatayaone Ditlhokwe   ,   Defender   ,   Gaborone United
7   Kabelo Seakanyeng   ,   Midfielder   ,   Gaborone United
11   Thatayaone Witness Kgamanyane   ,   Midfielder   ,   Gaborone United
8   Alphonse Modisaotsile   ,   Midfielder   ,   Gaborone United
13   Kobamelo Kebaikanye   ,   Midfielder   ,   Orapa United
5   Tebogo Sosome   ,   Midfielder   ,   Jwaneng Galaxy
4   Karabo Phiri   ,   Midfielder   ,   Gaborone United
12   Letlhogonolo Chenjela   ,   Midfielder   ,   Sharps Shooting Stars
9   Langa Mabula   ,   Midfielder   ,   Sharps Shooting Stars
28   Gape Mohutsiwa   ,   Midfielder   ,   Township Rollers
14   Lemogang Maswena   ,   Midfielder   ,   Orapa United
21   Eric Molefe   ,   Midfielder   ,   Uniao Flamingo Santos
27   Gilbert Baruti   ,   Midfielder   ,   Jwaneng Galaxy
2   Godiraone Modingwane   ,   Midfielder   ,   Security Systems
18   Tumisang Orebonye   ,   Striker   ,   Gaborone United
10   Onkabetse Makgantai   ,   Striker   ,   Orapa United
24   Resaobaka Thatanyane   ,   Striker   ,   Miscellaneous
17   Boipelo Oaitse   ,   Striker   ,   Gaborone United
29   Molaodi Tlhalefang   ,   Striker   ,   Black Forest

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BFA Welcomes New Zebras Head Coach, Morena Ramoreboli

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Morena Ramoreboli as the new Head Coach of the Zebras. This marks an exciting new chapter for Botswana football, as the men’s and women’s national teams recently achieved historic qualifications for the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025 – only the second time both teams have qualified in the same year.

Mr. Ramoreboli brings over a decade of top-level coaching experience and holds a CAF A license. His accomplishments include winning two Botswana Premier League titles and securing two CAF Champions League qualifications with Jwaneng Galaxy, achieving significant victories against teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His familiarity with many of Botswana’s players from his time at the club level ensures a seamless transition into his new role.

The BFA has set clear targets for Mr. Ramoreboli, including progressing beyond the group stages at AFCON 2025, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men’s Challenge. Additionally, improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to the top 30 in Africa is a key objective.

To achieve these goals, the BFA is committed to providing the necessary resources and support for the Zebras. The Association also calls on all Batswana to rally behind Mr. Ramoreboli and the national teams. Fans are encouraged to attend matches and create an electrifying atmosphere during the World Cup qualifiers. Plans are underway to make travel packages available for supporters to cheer on the teams in Morocco for the Women’s AFCON and in December for the men’s AFCON.

The BFA also appeals to the media to play an active role in building excitement and uniting the nation behind the Zebras and Mares. A collaborative committee will be formed to drive fan engagement and ensure widespread support.

“We are confident that with Mr. Ramoreboli’s vision, experience, and leadership, the Zebras will achieve great success. With unity and the unwavering support of the nation, there is no limit to what we can accomplish,” said the BFA President.